Tracking the Bill

The Parliamentary Committee on the Protection of Women against Sexual Harassment at Workplace Bill 2010 has provided its recommendations on the proposed Bill. An important recommendation has been the inclusion of domestic workers, a provision amongst others highlighted by PRIA in its presentation to the Parliamentary Committee. The recommendations are being currently reviewed by the Ministry of Women and Child Development. Read More>>

News Snippets

Cases continue to be reported from universities across the country. Mindsets on women’s clothing continue to be rigid with sexual harassment justified if women are provocatively attired.Read More>>

FAQ

What is the responsibility of the organisation in preventing sexual harassment?

As per the Supreme Court Guidelines, it is mandatory that an organisation set up a Committee to deal with cases on sexual harassment. It is also the responsibility of the organisation to ensure that an environment is created within the organisation, which shows a strong commitment of the organisation towards a ‘zero tolerance to sexual harassment’. Read more>>